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'No Genocide, No Land Grabs': Steenhuisen backs Ramaphosa ahead of Trump talks
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced imminent talks with Trump to address critical US-South Africa relations.
Zille claims secret VAT deal with Godongwana - but offers zero proof: ‘Wait and see if I’m lying’
DA federal council chairperson, Helen Zille, called on the finance minister’s legal team to publicly state that they have approached them for out-of-court settlement on VAT.
President Ramaphosa to host Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for historic bilateral talks
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Pretoria, marking a significant step in bilateral relations as they discuss cooperation in trade, agriculture, and peace efforts.
EFF’s Omphile Maotwe advocates for 'apartheid tax' to safeguard vulnerable families from VAT hike
Amid rising tensions over fiscal policy, EFF Treasurer-General Omphile Maotwe calls for an 'Apartheid tax' on inherited wealth, arguing it is a fairer solution than the proposed VAT hike that disproportionately affects the poor.
President Ramaphosa to host Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for historic bilateral talks
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Pretoria, marking a significant step in bilateral relations as they discuss cooperation in trade, agriculture, and peace efforts.
FF+ defends Kleinfontein's cultural community amid MKP's controversial visit
The Freedom Front Plus believe that the Tshwane metro was unfair on Kleinfontein after it declared the area to be operating illegally following its failure to comply with legal requirements.
MK Party to introduce private legislative bill to clarify section 235 of the Constitution
The MK Party plans to propose a bill clarifying the constitutional right to self-determination, arguing that communities like Kleinfontein and Orania misuse this right to promote racial exclusion.
EFF to march to the Premier’s office challenging Orania’s existence
The EFF in the Northern Cape says there is no place in South Africa for a segregated community, and will march to the premier's office to voice its opposition to the town of Orania.
Stranded SANDF troops may be forced to evacuate from DRC by land
South African National Defence Force troops stationed in Goma may soon face a land evacuation due to the closure of Goma International Airport amid rising conflict, raising concerns over military assets and humanitarian conditions.
Stranded SANDF troops may be forced to evacuate from DRC by land
South African National Defence Force troops stationed in Goma may soon face a land evacuation due to the closure of Goma International Airport amid rising conflict, raising concerns over military assets and humanitarian conditions
What we know about Israel's latest Gaza ceasefire proposal
Nearly a month after renewed assaults in Gaza, Israel presents a new ceasefire proposal to Hamas.
'Legislatively impossible': EFF rebuffs claims that VAT hike could be reversed
The EFF clarifies that its meetings with the ANC are part of the broader budget process, dismissing claims that the 0. 5% VAT increase could be reversed within 30 days as 'not practical or legislatively permissible'.
EFF demands urgent review of Orania’s legitimacy amid rising calls for equality
The EFF has announced a planned march to the office of Northern Cape Premier Dr. Zamani Saul in Kimberley on April 22 to request a review on Orania’s status.
DA KZN worried about provincial government being a casualty of GNU's possible demise
Deputy President Paul Mashatile announced the ANC's plan to reconfigure the alliance, aiming to strengthen the GNU.
South African MPs 'saw no apartheid' in Israel: Controversial 'secret' trip sparks GNU tension
The controversial trip included nine MPs from the DA, PA, and ACDP - parties with differing stances on the Israel-Palestine conflict - and has sparked tensions within the Government of National Unity coalition.
ActionSA stands firm | 'Scrap VAT increase before GNU negotiations'
ActionSA has drawn a firm line in the sand, refusing to consider the ANC's proposal to join the Government of National Unity unless the controversial VAT increase is reversed—even as Ramaphosa admits Treasury is struggling to find alternatives.
ANC struggles to find alternatives to VAT hike after ActionSA budget deal
Cyril Ramaphosa faces challenges in reversing the VAT hike following an agreement with ActionSA to support the 2025 Budget during his visit to Chiawelo, Soweto.
ANC to announce DA’s future in GNU on Monday says Mashatile
In a leaked audio clip, President Cyril Ramaphosa and his deputy President Paul Mashatile expressed that the DA's actions have effectively positioned the party outside the framework of the GNU.
Budget 2025 fallout | Cabinet reshuffle looms as Ramaphosa and ANC NEC expected to kick DA out of GNU
The Presidency has challenged the DA to reconsider its position in the Government of National Unity after opposing the budget vote, with Ramaphosa's spokesperson stating ministers cannot run programmes with funds they rejected.
Budget 2025 passed, but DA and EFF vow to challenge fiscal adoption in court
DA leader John Steenhuisen said how Parliament processed the VAT Budget was both unlawful and unconstitutional.
Budget 2025 passed, but DA and EFF vow to challenge fiscal adoption in court
DA leader John Steenhuisen said how Parliament processed the VAT Budget was both unlawful and unconstitutional.
Fikile Mbalula labels US refugee centre plan for Afrikaners as 'madness'
IOL reported on Monday that the US has deployed multiple teams to convert offices into an ad hoc refugee centre housing thousands of Afrikaners.
Trump plans to launch refugee centre in Pretoria for Afrikaners
The Trump administration is spearheading an initiative dubbed “Mission South Africa,” aimed at relocating white Afrikaners who claim to be facing challenges in South Africa.
Trump's controversial plan for refugee centres in Pretoria for white Afrikaners
The Trump administration is spearheading an initiative dubbed “Mission South Africa,” aimed at relocating white Afrikaners who claim to be facing challenges in South Africa.
Donald Trump plans to launch refugee centres in Pretoria for white Afrikaners
The Trump administration is spearheading an initiative dubbed “Mission South Africa,” aimed at relocating white Afrikaners who claim to be facing challenges in South Africa.